Who doesn't love Brakeman's IYKYN The absolute best Coffee…read moreshop in Charlotte. You can't beat the coffee, the team- always good vibes only & service with a smile Do yourself a favor and Pull-Up

I absolutely love this wonderful little coffee shop in downtown Matthews. Their brew is tasty,…read moreprices are reasonable, and the adorable setting offers some wonderful places inside and out to curl up with a book, a laptop and a cup of Joe. In warm weather, grab a spot at one of the outdoor tables, and in winter, find a spot on the covered patio or a cozy nook inside. Brakeman's also serves muffins, pastries and iced drinks, and the service is friendly and efficient. But be warned -- this popular spot gets extremely busy, especially on Saturday mornings. So come early, claim your spot and discover one of the best spots in town for a hot cup of coffee!

Love the coffee shop and the decor. Great coffee selection too. Although every time I ask for a…read morereal mug, the baristas create an awkward moment as if it is an inconvenience for them. Coffee just tastes better in a real mug versus a plastic cup or a cup coated with wax. When I ask for a real mug, it's as if they've never had that question before. Still,great coffee and one of my top picks in Charlotte, although it's usually not my first choice!

Delicious, fresh coffee! I chose a cold brew with toffee flavoring and my husband had a white…read morechocolate mocha. Both were exceptionally made and tasted great. The decor was an added bonus. So cool!

Really great, local café that I will absolutely be adding to my regular coffee shop + bakery…read morerotation. Plentiful parking out front. Good amount of seating inside (mostly 2-seaters; one larger table reserved for bigger groups). Helpful and friendly staff who were amazing with my little one. You have to try a slice of the basque cheesecake. The plain slice (with no whipped cream or fruit topping) is not overly sweet and the perfect amount of "burnt" & creamy. We also tried the madeleines, which - as the café's name suggests - were on point. And the garlic bagel is a garlic + cream cheese lover's dream. The iced dalgona latte was such a treat. Sweet with a creamy foam and topped with crunchy cookies - very well balanced and delightful to drink. The prices reflect the care and high quality of the products. Come support this amazing local spot and enjoy their unique, thoughtful offerings!

I brought my daughter to Littl Madeleine's for breakfast, and we had a really nice experience. I…read morehad the most beautiful lavender blue matcha, and my daughter enjoyed the honey passion fruit ade. She got their garlic bagel--the only type of bagel they offer - and it was generously stuffed with delicious, aromatic garlic. She enjoyed it! The café is decorated charmingly, with little Madeleine cookie designs stamped throughout the space. They have a small section with some gift items for sale. They also sell Madeleine cookies, of course, though we didn't get any. The service was given with genuine smiles. The prices were normal - not a deal but not over-the-top. We enjoyed our breakfast and will happily come back!

Qahwah House was such a cool coffee shop! As a history and coffee nerd, I can honestly say that I…read morethink that this was the first time that a coffee shop made me smarter. That's because they had a huge map outlining the historical trade routes that coffee beans were transported on, as well as an homage to some of the patrons of coffee cultivation. They backed up these historical displays with great customer service, a solid cup of coffee, and a truly mesmerizing ambiance. I've been to so many coffee shops in my life, and Qahwah House was the first time, if not ever, then definitely in a long time, that I felt like I experienced something unique. I loved it. Overall, I loved Qahwah House, and I'll assuredly be back as soon as I can. I'd also recommend it to anybody looking for something new to experience!

The iced Yemini latte was so delicious! I would definitely recommend, such a cool and yummy twist…read moreon a traditional latte. I got it with oat milk and will be getting it again. My friends both enjoyed the mofawar latte as well! The barista helping us was so friendly and helpful. Drinks came out quickly as it wasn't busy on a late Saturday morning. Plentiful indoor seating, some outdoor, really cool spot! Drinks are expensive (up charge for iced drinks + milk alts), but it was just so good.

What a wonderful gem tucked in the corner. The store has a bright and lively vibe, and definitely…read morelove the sliding glass doors that let me see how the delicious goodies are made. There are so many great options, and every item is fresh and tasty!!! Definitely try the mousse items - both the bear and the lemon are great choices. Also can't go wrong with the danishes. The puff is so airy and each layer is distinct in each bite - this is when we know why we drove all the way to a French bakery. The staff is very polite and helpful. There was an internet hiccup that morning so our sandwich order didn't go through to the kitchen in time. The staff offered a complementary macaroon due to the slightly longer wait (we're eating the whole time anyway so it's honestly not a huge deal), and the sandwich is worth the wait. It's a wonderful experience - will definitely go back for the goodies and support a local business :)

Great little hidden gem. I don't drink coffee but it…read moresmelled wonderful. Friendly staff, the pastries all looked amazing. Mostly tables for 2 but has space inside and out.

I last visited at this coffee shop 10 years ago. I can't believe it's been that long. Although, it…read moremakes sense because I don't live on this side of town. Decided to stop in again because I had such a positive experience the first time. And today was just the same as 10 years ago. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by a very friendly employee. She seemed appreciative of me being there, smiled at me, etc. I hate it when I walk into some businesses and it seems like you're bothering them. If I lived on this side of town, I would probably be in here every day. It's spacious, clean, there are plenty of places to set up your laptop and work. I love that they have a bar around the coffee station so you can pull up a chair, open up your laptop and work. OAN the coffee is pretty good too. Lol. I ordered the white mocha and I also had a chicken salad croissant. Same thing I ordered the last time I believe. Still just as delicious. I also love how - who I presume to be the owner - calls out the names of people when they enter. Clearly, there are a lot of regulars here. And she greets them all by waving and saying their name.

I was looking for a coffee shop open early in the morning. Glad I found Mugs. Tried the bonfire…read morelatte (decaf) subbed w/oat milk. It was like a warm hug.

They staff were very friendly. The coffee and other drinks we ordered were okay. They weren't…read moreamazing but they weren't bad either. :) If we lived closer we'd have more chances to perfect our order and find the best they offer I am sure. But this location is a bit far from us to visit again. (We had met up with a friend in the area there.) Great space to work, chat, and just relax.

I tried this coffee shop for the first time. Good coffee and great service! I tried the honey…read morecinnamon latte and it was very good! I also went back another day and tried the peach matcha! Loved everything! The place is huge and very clean. Welcoming atmosphere with lots of tables. They also have outdoor seating! They do seem a little short on staffing and the wait might be a little longer than usual, but it's worth waiting.

The coffee shop looks small from the outside, but it's surprisingly cozy and welcoming inside. The…read morestaff are friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer questions or make recommendations. The coffee is excellent, and I'll definitely be coming back for more!

Stopped by at this little coffee shop while running errands. The shop is very cute and well…read moredecorated. Got iced latte and it tastes good. The staff is super friendly. Had a good time. Will definitely come back and support local business :)